2006 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 2006 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 650 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
